Construction Materials Special Inspector

Allwest Testing Engineering Inc

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Missoula or Hayden or Lewiston or Meridian or Spokane or Richland on site Until 8/23/2026 5+ years exp First posted May 27, 2026 Last posted May 27, 2026
Job description

Description

 ALLWEST is a 100% employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and special inspections firm serving the Inland Northwest and beyond. We have offices located in Hayden, Lewiston and Meridian, Idaho; Missoula, Montana; and Spokane and Tri-Cities, Washington.


We are seeking an experienced Certified Construction Materials Special Inspector to join our growing Missoula, Montana team. If you have a desire to work with a dynamic team, grow your career and have a high level of personal accountability, we want to talk with you!


General ResponsibilitiesThe Special Inspector is responsible for monitoring materials, installation, fabrication, erection, and placement of construction components to evaluate compliance with plans and specifications. Also will provide accurate preparation of electronic daily field reports that summarize services provided and calculation of test results.

Requirements

 ICC and/or ACI Certifications:

  • ICC Reinforced Concrete
  • ACI Certified Field Testing Technician Grade I or higher
  • Nuclear Gauge Safety Training

Preferred Certifications:

  • ICC Pre-Stressed Concrete
  • ICC Structural Steel and Bolting
  • ICC Structural Welding
  • ICC Spray-applied and Intumescent Fireproofing

Additional Requirements

  • 5+ years of construction materials inspection experience
  • Positive attitude with a customer service approach
  • Effective verbal and written communications skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
  • Ability to drive throughout our northern Idaho service region
  • Comfortable using computers and mobile devices such as a tablet to record field data
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and maneuver up to 75 lbs. with assistance

ALLWEST Benefits

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company, which means that strong company performance is rewarded to all members of our team. Eligible full-time employees have access to the following benefits:

  • Company paid medical, dental and vision
  • Short and long-term disability, life, accident, FSA, and HSA options
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match
  • ALLWEST Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement

 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify employer.   

About this role

Summary

Monitor construction materials for compliance, prepare reports, and ensure safety standards.

Job title

Construction Materials Special Inspector

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

geotechnical

Location requirements

Work in Montana, Idaho, or Washington; remote work not specified.

Salary

USD 25–35 per year

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

ICC Reinforced ConcreteACI Certified Field Testing Technician Grade INuclear Gauge Safety Trainingvalid driver's licensecomputer skills

Preferred skills

ICC Pre-Stressed ConcreteICC Structural Steel and BoltingICC Structural WeldingICC Fireproofing

Specializations

construction materialsinspectiongeotechnicaltestingspecial inspections
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Missoula, MT, USA

On-site City

Hayden, ID, USA

On-site City

Lewiston, ID 83501, USA

On-site City

Meridian, ID, USA

On-site City

Spokane, WA, USA

On-site City

Richland, WA, USA

On-site City